It seems that Apple has just released iOS 8.1.3 with new features to public, but the company has already offered another update. iOS 8.2 beta 5 download links are available for both developers who have a registered account with Apple dev program [they can update via OTA or by logging into their account] and ordinary users without UDID. This post is devoted to iDevice owners who are not afraid of risking and wish to update for free without a dev account.
Before you install iOS 8.2 beta 5 without UDID, you should know that this firmware is available under the build 12D5480a. This update reportedly fixes the problem with Facebook app and GMT Calendar syncing.
How to Install iOS 8.2 Beta 5 without Developer Account
Step 1. Backup your iDevice. Use iCloud or iTunes in order to make such a copy.
Step 2. It is necessary to get the ipsw file of the beta operating system release. We’ll share the links with you that don’t require logging into a dev account on Apple site.
iOS 8.2 Beta 5 Download Without Developer Account [Direct Links]
iPhone
iPod touch
iPod touch 5 users can download iOS 8.2 beta 5 for iPod as well.
iPad and iPad mini
iPad mini GSM version A1454
Step 3. Launch iTunes.
Step 4. Hold Alt key on Mac / Shift on Windows and click on Update option in iTunes.
Step 5. Point to the ipsw file you have downloaded.
Step 6. If everything goes smoothly you will be running iOS 8.2 beta 5 for free.
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